Description
NOTE: The photos here show the right handed version.
The Cordoba C10 Classical Guitar is an all-solid Spanish style guitar featuring either a Canadian cedar or European spruce top with Indian rosewood back and sides. Handmade in a small boutique workshop, it's the perfect choice for serious classical guitarists, or any player looking to upgrade to a concert-level instrument at an affordable price. (Click here to hear the pronunciation of "Córdoba".)
Construction
The C10 is built with a traditional Spanish fan bracing and Spanish heel construction to allow for a responsive soundboard and full vibration throughout the entire body. The solid Indian rosewood back and sides provide a fat low-end, with a bright, crisp treble response and complex overtones. The C10 has a C-shape neck and flat fingerboard characteristic of traditional classical guitars, but also includes modern features such as a two-way truss rod for long-term neck stability.
Aesthetics
Delicate aesthetic touches like its 1920s-inspired pearloid rosette add a touch of vintage elegance. Other stand-out features such as a rosewood fingerboard and bridge, red purfling, high gloss finish, Savarez Cristal Corum strings, and a lightweight polyfoam case makes this a Cordoba best-seller and a guitar you'll play for a lifetime.
Top: Solid Canadian Cedar
Back/Sides: Solid Indian Rosewood
Neck: Mahogany
Fret Dots at Frets: V, VII, IX
Fingerboard: Ebony
Rosette: Mother-of-Pearl & Ebony "Esteso" Weave
Tuners: Cordoba Premium Gold Tuning Machines
Scale: 650mm
Nut: 52mm
Nut/Saddle: Bone
Truss Rod: Two-way Adjustable, 4mm
Bracing/Build: Fan Bracing / Spanish Heel
Finish: High Gloss PU
Case: Cordoba Polyfoam Case
Made in China
Cordoba C10 Left-Handed Classical Guitar: Spanish-Inspired Craftsmanship
The Cordoba C10 Left-Handed classical guitar represents exceptional value for left-handed players seeking a professional-grade instrument. Inspired by traditional Spanish construction techniques and featuring premium tonewoods, this guitar delivers rich, resonant sound and comfortable playability specifically designed for left-handed musicians.
Spanish-Inspired Design for Left-Handed Players
The C10 Left-Handed is constructed using traditional Spanish methods, with design elements properly mirrored for left-handed players. From the fan bracing pattern to the neck profile, every aspect of this guitar has been thoughtfully adapted to provide left-handed guitarists with a genuine playing experience.
Unlike some left-handed adaptations that simply reverse string order, the C10 Left-Handed features complete structural mirroring to ensure proper string tension, balance, and sound production for left-handed technique.
Premium Tonewoods for Rich Sound
The solid Canadian cedar top provides warm, responsive tone with quick note initialization, while the solid Indian rosewood back and sides contribute complex overtones, deep bass response, and rich sustain. This classic tonewood combination has been treasured by luthiers for generations.
As the instrument ages, these premium woods continue to develop more complex voice and character, rewarding players with an instrument that improves with regular playing over many years.
Handcrafted Construction Details
Each C10 Left-Handed features handcrafted details typically found in much more expensive instruments. The hand-inlaid mother-of-pearl rosette draws inspiration from traditional Spanish designs, while the Indian rosewood binding provides elegant visual contrast and protection.
The Spanish-style carved headstock and premium tuning machines reflect Cordoba's attention to both aesthetics and functionality, creating an instrument that's as beautiful to look at as it is to play.
Comfortable Playability for Left-Handed Technique
The C10 Left-Handed features a comfortable neck profile specifically shaped for left-handed players, with a flat fingerboard radius that facilitates proper classical technique. The traditional Spanish heel construction provides excellent stability and sustain while allowing good access to higher positions.
String spacing at the nut and saddle has been carefully calibrated for left-handed players, allowing for clean articulation and comfortable right-hand technique across a variety of playing styles from traditional classical to contemporary fingerstyle.
Versatile Voice for Various Styles
While deeply rooted in classical tradition, the C10 Left-Handed offers tonal versatility that makes it suitable for various musical genres. Its warm, balanced voice excels in traditional classical repertoire but also adapts beautifully to flamenco, Latin American styles, and contemporary fingerstyle playing.
The guitar provides excellent dynamic range, allowing players to explore a wide palette of tonal colors and expressions through varied right-hand techniques and articulations.
Elevated Features for Serious Players
The C10 Left-Handed includes several premium features that enhance both sound and playability. The bone nut and saddle maximize string vibration transfer and sustain, while the lightweight Spanish fan bracing pattern allows the top to vibrate freely while maintaining structural integrity.
The high-quality French polish finish not only enhances the natural beauty of the woods but also contributes to the instrument's resonance and tonal development over time.
Professional Setup for Left-Handed Players
At XGuitars.com, each Cordoba C10 Left-Handed receives a comprehensive professional setup before delivery. Our experienced luthiers adjust action, intonation, and playability specifically for left-handed technique, ensuring your instrument arrives ready for optimal performance.
Our team includes left-handed guitarists who understand the specific needs of left-handed players, allowing us to provide informed guidance on technique, care, and accessories specifically suited to your left-handed classical guitar.
